ATAIN was nominated for State's most prestigious technology awards,The 2006 MIRA AWARDS. ATAIN created the Indiana Innovation Network (IIN)... May 19th, 2006 Read More
The Indiana Innovation Network (IIN), a remarkable non-profit organization pulling together powerhouse research engines and commercial operations from all over Hoosierland...Oct 5th, 2005 Read More
Perspectives: The Importance and Growth of Angel Investors in Indiana By: Julie Goonewardene, Director of Business Development, Purdue Research Foundation
It should come as no surprise that Indiana is host to a growing number of veteran angel investors who are choosing to stay in their home state and support the communities in which they live. In addition to being a great place to live with lower costs of living compared to the coasts, Indiana provides a great environment for entrepreneurs and investors that includes premier research universities, favorable government and tax regulations, and a Hoosier culture that places value on people and relationships.
State Grant to Boost Growth of Inventrek Technology Park Inventrek Technology Park in Kokomo has received a major grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corp. The funds are provided through the Technology Development Grant program and are being used to help the park grow and attract new high-tech ventures.
Maintaining Momentum: Recertifying Tech Parks The Indiana Economic Development Corp. has recertified three of the state’s 18 Certified Technology Parks (CTP). The CTPs approved for continuing operations are located in the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette, the Flagship Enterprise Center in Anderson and Intelliplex Park in Shelbyville.
Park Profile: Northeast Indiana Innovation Center A significant expansion of the Northeast Indiana Innovation Center in Fort Wayne will soon be underway. The addition will include 31,000 square feet of new space for as many as 13 clients. The Emerging Growth Center project is being primarily funded through $5 million in state funding, although the center is trying to raise up to $1 million in additional funding for projects such as an amphitheater for outdoor classes. Officials hope to have clients occupying the new building by the end of the October.
Company Profile: Altair Nanotechnology A high-tech company is expanding its presence at a business center in Anderson. Nevada-based Altair Nanotechnologies, Inc. is now leasing 70,000 square feet at the Flagship Business Accelerator. It had been occupying 30,000 square feet.
Perspectives Video: Purdue Technology Center The Indiana Economic Development Corporation is gaining ground in northwest Indiana. The group has seen success in recruiting Chicago-based businesses. Bruce Kidd, director of the small business/entrepreneurship for IEDC, talks about the Purdue Technology Center being a “true beacon for business in Northwest Indiana” during an interview on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick.
Park Profile: The Westgate @ Crane Technology Park The WestGate @ Crane Technology Park is the state’s only tri-county facility to have Certified Technology Park status from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Certified in 2006, the park is located in Daviess, Greene and Martin counties, near the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane (NSWC Crane) division.
Notre Dame, South Bend Finalize Plans For Technology Incubator The University of Notre Dame and the City of South Bend have finalized plans for a technology incubator that has been in the works for several years. Innovation Park at Notre Dame was developed with input from the city, the university and the regional economic development organization Project Future.
Establishing An Expanded Presence: Incorporating IBIS The Indiana Business Incubator Society (IBIS), an organization dedicated and established to promote and support university-affiliated technology-based incubation and growth in the State of Indiana, in January filed formal incorporation documents as a corporation with the State of Indiana’s Secretary of State’s Office. “It allows us, formally, to establish IBIS as not just a vision, but an on-the-ground organization with a real purpose,” says IBIS President Mark Long.
Company Profile: Dealerflow In today’s business climate, even the smallest of companies rely on computers and technology to improve output and performance. One Indiana startup company has placed its focus on auto dealerships, designing software to improve the efficiency of communication and services.
